Kaplan College, Sacramento Campus

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Campus Overview

Congratulations on considering an education from Kaplan College. Their diploma, certificate, and associate degree programs offer the knowledge and experience you need to reach your professional goals. If you are interested in starting a new career or expanding within your current profession, they can help. In addition to a flexible, affordable education, the Sacramento, California campus offer classes both day and night to help you achieve a more rewarding personal and professional future.

Kaplan College understands how demanding your life is. That's why they offer flexible class schedules to make it easier to juggle the demands of home and work while you pursue your educational goals. Their morning, afternoon, and evening class schedules allow you to start earning your education without giving up your current job. At Kaplan College, they want to help you open the door to career opportunities that can change your life.

Exciting new career opportunities are within your reach at Kaplan College. Take the first step today and let us help you achieve your professional goals. Make it happen with help from Kaplan College.

History

Kaplan College, Sacramento campus was founded in 1982 as the California Academy of Merchandising, Art, and Design. Having outgrown its space and name by 1999, the California Academy of Merchandising, Art, and Design was renamed California College of Technology and relocated to accommodate new programs. In January 2003, California College of Technology changed its name to California College. One year later, in March 2004, the college opened a branch campus in Bakersfield and changed its name to Maric College. In August 2008, the Maric College campuses became Kaplan College.

What Kaplan College Offers

Students can unlock their potential and train for careers they want at Kaplan College. They deserve it. The only way to get from where they are now to where they want to be is to take action and start their career journeys. Kaplan College can help point students in the right direction -- toward new careers that they can be proud of.

Kaplan College Commitment

Kaplan College stands by its services and the education it provides. Students can confidently attend a Conditional Admittance Period with no financial commitment to be sure that Kaplan College is the right choice for them. If students notify the school that they will not be staying beyond the Conditional Admittance Period, then they will not be charged tuition.

Kaplan College Instructors

Kaplan College instructors bring real world experiences to the classroom. They provide students with the most current industry standards and practices.

Hands-on Training

At Kaplan College students can combine classroom learning with hands-on training. Students actually do what they come to learn; they don't just read about it. They develop skills that are more likely to stick when they actually practice those skills.

Materials and Equipment

Students learn with materials and equipment that they would use on the job. They gain the ability to display knowledge and skills that employers are looking for.

Externship/Practicum

Students can find externship or practicum sites with the school's assistance. They can apply the knowledge they gain at Kaplan College to real-world career settings. They increase their confidence in job interviews.

Externships and practicums are not required for all programs.

Admission Requirements

Kaplan College wants to help students start their career journeys. The admissions process for each student starts with a Career Planning Session where the student's career goals are discussed; information about the school and its programs is shared; a campus tour is provided; and the student has the opportunity to meet with a Career Services Adviser and Financial Aid Officer.

Admissions requirements include, but are not limited to, proof of high school graduation and entrance assessment. For information on specific program requirements, students should contact the Admissions Department.

Financial Aid and Military Benefits

Financial aid is available for those who qualify. A financial aid officer will be able to assist students in determining their eligibility for federal loans, private aid, state and federal grants, scholarships, and other forms of aid.

In support of the military community, Kaplan College also offers a 30% discount in tuition for active duty personnel, military spouses, veterans, and dependent of veterans or active duty personnel.

Students should contact the Financial Aid Department for more information about financial aid and the military and veteran benefits programs the campus supports.

Career Services

Kaplan College is committed to students' future successes. It works with employers in the community to make sure that its programs support students' needs by providing graduates that are appropriately skilled. Students will receive personalized assistance from a Career Services Adviser in school, upon graduation and beyond.

Kaplan College offers "The Kaplan Certified Professional" program devoted to sharpening the skills that could make the difference in a student's job search. Kaplan College offers 7 certification activities that allow students to become more well-rounded candidates upon graduation. Certifications include, but are not limited to, dress for success, social media presence, and preparing for the interview.

Accreditation

Choosing an accredited school is important to your education. Accreditation signifies that the school has met certain standards of quality in education, so you can feel confident in the value of the education you receive.

Kaplan College in Sacramento, CA is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS): 750 First Street NE, Suite 980, Washington DC 20002-4242. For questions about accreditation, call 202.336.6780. The ACICS website is located at www.acics.org.

Consumer Information

For more information on the programs and their outcomes visit www.kaplancollege.com/consumer-info. Kaplan College does not guarantee employment or career advancement. Programs vary by campus. Additional academy training may be required for law enforcement positions.

Location

The Kaplan College Sacramento campus is conveniently situated offering easy access to public transportation and the freeway system.

The campus is located in a rapidly developing business area offering food markets and restaurants within easy walking distance. A few miles away, you will find the area's two largest shopping malls, Arden Fair and Galleria at Roseville, featuring a wide variety of merchandise. Nearby campuses, including California State University and American River College, offer activities and extensive library facilities.

As the capital of California, Sacramento offers opportunities for people of all ages. The area enjoys a steady tourism business, along with a vast number of state and federal offices and jobs, and offers a relatively stable economy. These factors make Sacramento an attractive area to live and work.

To begin a new career or advance in your current profession, let Kaplan College help you succeed.